Erasmus Darwin: With A Preliminary Notice (1880) by Ernst Krause is a biographical work that explores the life and achievements of Erasmus Darwin, a prominent English physician, natural philosopher, and poet of the late 18th century. The book begins with a preliminary notice that provides an overview of Darwin's life and work, including his contributions to science, medicine, and literature. The main body of the text then delves deeper into Darwin's life, exploring his childhood, education, and professional career, as well as his intellectual interests and personal relationships. Throughout the book, Krause provides detailed insights into Darwin's scientific and literary works, including his theories on evolution and his poetry. The book also includes a selection of Darwin's letters and other writings, providing readers with a firsthand glimpse into his thoughts and ideas. Overall, Erasmus Darwin: With A Preliminary Notice is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds new light on one of the most influential figures of the late 18th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.